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Tip of the Iceberg? New Clergy Abuse Report Deepens Public Concern

December 20th, 2018

The Illinois state attorney general’s office reported this week that Catholic dioceses neglected to report at least 500 priests and clergy members accused of sexual misconduct. Many are now wondering: what more do they know?

Political & Religious Controversy 57 Comments

Witches Furious Over Trump's Never-Ending 'Witch Hunt' References

December 17th, 2018

Many witches have taken issue with President Trump's use of the phrase "witch hunt," arguing the term is both problematic and historically inaccurate. But they're not optimistic their voices will be heard.

Pagan & Wiccan 76 Comments

Satanic Temple Erects Holiday Monument at Illinois Capitol

December 13th, 2018

Move over, Christmas tree and Menorah. It’s time to make room for Satan. The Satanic Temple has earned a spot in the Illinois Capitol rotunda holiday display, where it has erected a 4 1/2-foot-tall sculpture depicting its own religious message.

Political & Religious Controversy 91 Comments

Nativity Scene with Baby Jesus in Cage Draws Religious Ire

December 12th, 2018

A Massachusetts church created a Nativity scene featuring baby Jesus in a metal cage. The display is intended to raise awareness about immigration issues, but it's also generated backlash from conservative circles.

Political & Religious Controversy 109 Comments

Dutch Man Tries to Legally Change His Age, Citing Transgender Movement

December 11th, 2018

A Dutch man seeking to legally change his age to be 20 years younger took the case to court, arguing that it was no different than changing genders. Unfortunately for him, the court didn't see it that way.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 6 Comments

Principal Bans Candy Canes, Claiming the 'J' Shape Stands for Jesus

December 7th, 2018

An elementary school principal in Nebraska has landed in hot water after sending out a Christmas memo that included a list of items that would be considered unacceptable during the holidays. Among the various Christmas-themed items on the list was one entry in particular that raised eyebrows: candy canes.

Political & Religious Controversy 69 Comments

Is Veganism a Religion? U.K. Man Alleges Religious Discrimination in Firing

December 5th, 2018

A U.K. man says he was fired from his job due to his vegan beliefs. Now he's alleging religious discrimination, launching a debate on whether veganism constitutes a religion.

Political & Religious Controversy 23 Comments

Virginia School Bans Jesus From Christmas Concert

December 4th, 2018

“You can't take Christ out of Christmas,” as the saying goes. Well, apparently, you can. And one Virginia school plans to do just that. Officials at Robious Middle School have banned all songs containing mentions of Jesus from the annual Christmas concert.

Political & Religious Controversy 137 Comments

Rise in Exorcisms a Product of the Occult, Catholic Church Says

November 30th, 2018

In a sign of the strange times we live in, exorcisms are enjoying increased popularity the in modern occult movement. A recent story in The Atlantic suggests priests from the Catholic Church are fielding more requests for exorcisms than anytime in recent history.

Pagan & Wiccan 100 Comments

Christian Missionary’s Last Words to Remote Tribe: “Jesus Loves You”

November 26th, 2018

A recent story provoked headlines that one might expect to find 100 years ago. What led an American missionary to a remote island in the Indian Ocean, and why did the indigenous tribe there decide to kill him?

Political & Religious Controversy 186 Comments

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